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Roof survey in Platt's Heath, Kent
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Platt's Heath from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Standing water on a flat roof
Roof survey in Platt's Heath
Three packages cover most roofs: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, such as moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Each one comes with a written report. We survey flat roofs, natural slate and ridges, hips and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and loose chimney pots.
Some older homes in villages like Platt's Heath are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Platt's Heath (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Platt's Heath
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
What we are asked to look at in Platt's Heath
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, and rain finds any gap it can. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Look out for signs like these:
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Torn or sagging underlay
The streets around a church like Church of St Nicholas are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Before you book anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Are they insured for the work?
How it works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a small place like Platt's Heath, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Platt's Heath: your questions answered
Will you come out to Platt's Heath?
Yes. Platt's Heath is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Platt's Heath is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as an exact number, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. It is emailed to you.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Platt's Heath
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Local roofs in Platt's Heath
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Historic houses like Leeds Castle, about 3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Platt's Heath goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live near a park like Kiln Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you let a flat or house near Lenham station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Platt's Heath is about 7 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. In Platt's Heath, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Surveys in ME17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as School Lane, Headcorn Road and Green Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Liverton Street (1 mile south-west), Sandway (1 mile north-east), Boughton Malherbe (1 mile south-east), Fairbourne Heath (1 mile west) and Grafty Green (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (7 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Faversham (11 miles north-east), Minster (14 miles north) and Kings Hill (13 miles west).
What’s near Platt's Heath
We work in homes and buildings around Kiln Wood, Wishful Thinker pub and The Lenham School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Lenham station, about 1.2 miles north-east. A little further out are The Dog Collar Museum (2.9 miles north-west) and Coldbridge Castle (1.8 miles south).
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What happens if roof problems are left?
If you are planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You will know what a buyer’s survey might pick up, or at least know what to expect. Older cottages and farmhouses around Platt's Heath can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
For a price for your roof in Platt's Heath, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Platt's Heath
- 98% of clients satisfied
- An independent look at the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability